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The Old Maid: The 'Fifties

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by Edith Wharton, Roxana Robinson (Introduction), Jennifer Mooney (Noted by)

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The story follows the life of Tina, a young woman caught between her adoptive mother Delia and her biological aunt Charlotte. The three women live quietly until Tina’s wedding day, when hidden jealousies surface. Originally serialized in The Red Book magazine in 1922, The Old Maid examines class and society, as only Edith Wharton could.

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ISBN13: 9780812970029

ISBN10: 0812970020

Language: English

Series: Old New York

Publisher: Modern Library

Publication Year: 2003

Format: Paperback

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Classic Edith Wharton explores societal pressures and secrets.
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If you're interested in tales of societal masks and hidden emotions, The Old Maid offers a penetrating look into the complexities of family loyalty and societal expectations. Edith Wharton's elegant prose shines as she unravels the intricacies of her characters' lives, making it a compelling read for anyone fascinated by early 20th-century social issues.

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